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26 reviews of Wilderness Bed & Breakfast in Headcorn

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Headcorn history

Headcorn is a village in Kent, located on the floodplain of the River Beult 8 miles south east of Maidstone, on the A274 road to Tenterden.

History

A Neolithic polished flint axe was found in the stream near the present school in Headcorn, and a bronze palstave axehead dating from the Bronze Age reveal the presence of people in the area from early times.

The earliest written records, are references in charters of King Wihtred and King Offa to Wick Farm, 724 AD and Little Southernden, 785 AD. Headcorn must have started in the days of the Kingdom of Kent, as a den or clearing, to which pigs were driven to feed on acorns in the Wealden Forest.

In 1940, following the evacuation from Dunkirk, many thousands of British and allied troops received their first meal in England at Headcorn Station. Local volunteers assisted the Royal Army Service Corps in providing refreshments. 100 trains per day were halted, allowing only eight minutes for each.

The 1986 list of buildings of architectural or historic interest has 88 entries for Headcorn, including the parish church (Grade I), the former old vicarage (II*) renamed Headcorn Manor about 1960, the Cloth Hall (II*) and Shakespeare House (II).

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Beautiful rural location set outside Headcorn. Nice and quiet with plenty of wild animals and birds to view.
The accommodation itself (The Orchard Room) was a lovely modern converted barn or garage. The staff were very friendly. Nice sit down breakfast which catered for all tastes.
Tips for other travellers
Great location not far from Headcorn, Leeds Castle or the Big Cat Sanctuary or a variety of small villages to get a good feel of beautiful Kent.
Mr & Mrs G, UK, Jan 2020
Lovely and peaceful setting.
Mr & Mrs W, US, July 2019
A cosy retreat! Loved it.
Mr & Mrs P, UK, Nov 2019
We wish to say thank you to Victoria for being a super host. This is the third time we have stayed at the Wilderness B&B. We usually stay for a week and love the relaxed and peaceful ambience. It’s a treat to be so close to nature.
All the rooms are very comfortable and very clean.
Thank you so much again. We look forward to our next stay.
Tips for other travellers
The location is perfect for enjoying the Kent countryside or visiting local attractions. We love steam trains and Victoria recommended we take a ride on the Kent and East Sussex Railway in Tenterden (a short drive from the B&B). The train journey was magical and we enjoyed a delicious lunch at Bodiam Castle.
The Wilderness is situated in an idyllic location, it’s wonderful to just sit in the orchard and read if you want to enjoy some ‘me time’!
Mr & Mrs C, HK, August 2019
Excellent. 20 minutes drive from Hush Heath Winery!
Mr & Mrs S, UK, Nov 2019
Vielen Dank für den schönen Aufenthalt bei Ihnen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und die Lage und die Ruhe sehr genossen. Ihre Unterkunft war sehr gemütlich und das Frühstück lecker!
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In der Nähe von Sissing hurst, Bodiam Castle und Leeds Castle.
Mr & Mrs K, DE, Oct 2019
Lovely property located in a picturesque rural location. The Orchard Room is spacious and comfortable with large doors opening onto the garden. Tasty freshly cooked breakfast. Very helpful, friendly host. Highly recommend.
Mr & Mrs H, UK, Dec 2019
The shepherd’s hut was a delightful and unusual place to stay and was very cosy in a lovely setting.
Mr & Mrs H, UK, August 2019
Delightful friendly people who were not intrusive but there if we needed anything. Everything was relaxed and well organised.
A tranquil place to stay in ‘The Shepherds Hut’
Hope to return to stay again.
Mr & Mrs C, UK, July 2019
The shepherds hut is perfect for a romantic getaway. Big enough for comfort, small enough for coziness. Delightful on a warm evening, but beautifully snug in a massive thunderstorm. Idyllic.
Mr & Mrs B, UK, June 2019

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